World is letting a ‘preventable disaster’ play out in Congo with Ebola, say leaders
Global leaders and health experts have issued an open letter calling for an urgent pandemic treaty following recent outbreaks of Ebola, mpox, and hantavirus. Negotiations for a global agreement on pathogen and data sharing have stalled for the third consecutive year.
Why it matters
The failure to reach a global consensus on pandemic preparedness leaves the world vulnerable to future preventable health disasters.
Ongoing outbreaks demonstrate the urgent need for a global pandemic deal, leaders say.
The article presents the perspective of experts and former leaders regarding the necessity of a global health framework.
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